Mounting Opposition to EUDR: Can Changes in Food Industry Be Avoided?

As the deadlines for the new EU Due Diligence Regulation (EUDR) approach, resistance from various sectors of the food industry is becoming increasingly evident. Initiatives aimed at strengthening import controls on food products are facing pushback from both producers and trade networks. Nevertheless, the European Commission continues to uphold its stance, believing that necessary changes must be implemented to protect the environment and consumer health.

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New EU Directive Could Cost European Livestock Sector Billions

Recent research indicates that the introduction of a new European Union directive on environmental compliance could impose significant financial burdens on Europe’s livestock sector. It is estimated that the costs to comply with these new regulations could reach billions of euros annually. The directive, known as EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation), aims to combat deforestation while ensuring sustainable production and minimizing negative impacts on the environment.

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